Remote jobs in South Africa

Certified Payroll Administrator

Support a Growing Construction Business Work PST Hours from Home!

Accounting | R25,000 - R35,000/month | Remote (South Africa)|
8 am - 12 pm South African Standard time (11 pm - 3 am PST )
5 pm - 9 pm South African Standard time (8 am - 12 pm PST )

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic and growing leader in the construction and utilities sector, committed to operational excellence and compliance integrity. With a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory adherence, they are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join their remote team. You'll be part of a supportive environment with a global reach, where precision and professionalism are valued daily.

The Role: Certified Payroll Administrator

This role is critical to ensuring the company's payroll processes run smoothly and comply with federal, state, and local regulations. You will oversee certified payroll reporting, handle prevailing wage requirements, and maintain accurate records to support ongoing projects. It's an opportunity to work remotely while contributing directly to the financial compliance and operational success of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Compile payroll data for field employees and reconcile discrepancies to ensure accuracy
• Research and respond to questions regarding certified payroll and labor compliance issues
• Process and submit certified payroll and prevailing wage reports by required deadlines
• Prepare and maintain accurate certified payroll records and transaction reports
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour regulations
• Support ongoing audits and provide documentation as required
• Collaborate with internal teams, management, and subcontractors to resolve payroll issues
• Take ownership of additional payroll department tasks and projects as needed

About You

• Minimum 5 years of payroll experience, including certified payroll (prevailing wage, public works, or project labor agreements)
• Experience working with US-based companies, preferably in the construction industry
• Union payroll experience is a plus
• Proficient in payroll software, labor compliance platforms, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to engage professionally across teams
• Autonomous, proactive, and efficient with the ability to work independently on PST hours
• No accent when speaking English; clear and professional phone/email communication style